The Right Filter Recommendation Depends on Driving Habits
Picking out a vehicle is more complex than just finding the right color and number of cupholders. Buyers need to make sure they take capabilities into account, on top of personal preference. A vehicle should meet a buyer’s day-to-day needs, and specs can be the deciding factor between multiple options in the same category. For
For Maximized Uptime, Don’t Neglect U-Joints
Universal joints, or u-joints, are essential to the reliable and safe functioning of a vehicle. While this small part can easily be overlooked, failure to replace a deteriorating u-joint can quickly take a vehicle off the road with transmission damage. Regular maintenance and knowing the warning signs can help identify failing u-joints before they become
What’s the Difference Between New and Remanufactured Water Pumps?
Unseen DamageWater pump damage occurs over time as heat and contaminants destroy the internal parts of the pump. Some of this damage is quite obvious, but bearing wear or impeller deterioration may not be so visible. If these components are reused in remanufacturing, their performance can compromise the system, reduce its cooling capability and cause
Fight the Engine Effects of Stop-and-Go Traffic
It’s almost summer, also known as orange barrel season in many parts of the United States. Summer 2021 is looking like another construction-heavy season, with states gearing up for thousands of miles in road projects. At the end of March, the Ohio Department of Transportation released its 2021 construction season plans, covering 4,596 miles of
Blown Head Gasket Repair on a Ford Diesel Engine
The Ford® Power Stroke® diesel engine has been updated and refined over the years, with each version of this engine offering outstanding power, a dynamic turbo response, and respectable fuel economy. While the Power Stroke diesel is extremely reliable, every engine needs repair and maintenance—and specifically, the 6.0L engine in a Ford can be prone
Don’t Forget About Ignition When It’s Time for Road Trip Tune-Ups
Summer 2020 was a boom time for road trips. Many drivers were eager to hit the road, and according to the Expedia® 2020 Summer Travel Report published in July 2020, 85% of U.S. travelers reported that they would be likely to take a road trip. This road trip renaissance is slated to continue into spring
The Importance of Recommending Synthetic Oil During Spring Maintenance
After the especially harsh conditions of winter, warmer temperatures are a welcomed upside to the arrival of spring. Along with warmer temperatures comes the essential vehicle maintenance that your customers need to ensure they are not one of the 69 million breakdowns that occur every year in the U.S., the equivalent of 1 in 3
Prevent Premature Jeep JK Part Wear with Ball Joint Upgrades
Visit any online forum dedicated to the Jeep® Wrangler JK, and you’re likely to find threads focused on solutions for fixing a worn or damaged ball joint. That’s because ambitious off-roading, popular modifications, and the design of the original equipment part can all contribute to ball joint failure in the Jeep JK. Ball joints are
Earn Customer Trust with Ideal Spark Plugs for GDI Engines
One of the key factors for a shop’s success is its reputation for customer service. While you cannot change the way vehicles and parts are manufactured, you can offer confident recommendations to customers on which parts will work best for their needs. The use of Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engines has continued to grow across
Can Synthetic Oil Cause An Older Engine To Leak?
One of the greatest service myths is that synthetic motor oil can cause an older or high-mileage engine to leak. There are actually several benefits of using a synthetic oil in an engine that debunk this myth. Those include a quicker engine start time, increased engine protection, longer intervals between oil changes, reduced engine drag
The Importance of Recommending Synthetic Oil During Spring Maintenance
After the especially harsh conditions of winter, warmer temperatures are a welcomed upside to the arrival of spring. Along with warmer temperatures comes the essential vehicle maintenance that your customers need to ensure they are not one of the 69 million breakdowns that occur every year in the U.S., the equivalent of 1 in 3
Earn Customer Trust with Ideal Spark Plugs for GDI Engines
One of the key factors for a shop’s success is its reputation for customer service. While you cannot change the way vehicles and parts are manufactured, you can offer confident recommendations to customers on which parts will work best for their needs. The use of Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engines has continued to grow across
